Best Lpso Podcasts (2025)

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Unsolved LPSO: Barbara Blount Part 5 | Behind the Scenes with Sheriff Jason Ard #15 31:02

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In this 5th episode of the Barbara Blount series, Sheriff Jason Ard is joined by Chief Detective Major Ben Bourgeois, a 26 year veteran of the Livingston Parish Sheriff’s Office who has been working the Barbara Blount case for the entire 17 years since Barbara Blount has been missing. If you have any information on the disappearance or whereabouts …

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Cruising into Breast Cancer Awareness | Behind the Scenes with Sheriff Jason Ard #17 28:21

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In this episode of Behind the Scenes with Sheriff Jason Ard, the Sheriff focuses on LPSO’s community outreach initiatives during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Joining the Sheriff are Deputies Nancy McDonald, a breast cancer survivor, and Tommy Russell, who provides emotional support to families facing cancer. They highlight the traveling “Pink Uni…

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Wanna See A Musical with Susan Derry, Matt Conner, & Stephen Gregory Smith (The Turn of the Screw) 23:49

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The Turn of the Screw received its world premiere at Creative Cauldron in 2015, as part of the “Bold New Works for Intimate Stages” initiative. This musical adaptation of the Henry James classic ghost story was hailed by critics as “hypnotic and unnerving.” The story follows a governess who takes a position caring for two children on a remote count…

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Discover A New Musical with Barbara Bellman, Emiliano Messiez and Joan Ross Sorkin (Bordello the musical) 32:31

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Inspired by historical events surrounding Raquel Liberman, Bordello is the immigrant story of one heroic Polish woman who is forced into prostitution and risks everything to bring an international Jewish sex-trafficking ring to justice. With a musical palette that includes tango and klezmer, this never-been-told-before tale of love and bravery is s…

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Discover A New Musical with Taran Gray and Richard Allen (Freedom Riders The Civil Rights Musical) 19:13

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Freedom Riders: The Civil Rights Musical dramatizes the story of the 1961 Freedom Rides — a series of integrated bus rides through the American South designed to test and defy segregation laws. Facing violent mobs, unjust arrests, and a federal government slow to intervene, these college-age activists changed the course of American history through …

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Discover A New Musical with Michael Levin (Sober Songs A Musical) 32:35

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Set in the basement of a Brooklyn church, SOBER SONGS is a darkly comedic musical that follows six young adults in recovery at a local AA meeting founded by the gruff but loving “Cap.” Blending biting humor, emotional ballads, and sharp dialogue, the show evolves from light and charming to deeply emotional, offering a raw, character-driven, and emo…

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Be Our Guest with Lalit Sritara and Taylor Wendell Lozano 25:03

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Lalit Sritara is the first Thai wordsperson in the NYU Tisch Graduate Musical Theatre Writing Program and a recipient of the Horace W. Goldsmith Fellowship, the Summer Song Theater Festival Artist Development Grant, the TYA/USA Festival and Conference Access for All Support Grant and the Maestra Musical Writers Festival Scholarship. Born in Bangkok…

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Cracking Down on Roblox | Behind the Scenes with Sheriff Jason Ard #16 37:41

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Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill and EBR Sheriff Sid Gautreaux join Sheriff Ard to topics including AG Murrill’s recent lawsuit against Roblox, the massive response this year by Louisiana Sheriff’s to join the ICAC (Internet Crimes Against Children) program, the rise of sextortion amongst teens and what the State of Louisiana AG’s office and …

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Discover a New Musical with Pamela Grayson, Alice Jankell and Aaron Drescher (The Sustain) 45:57

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The Sustain is an intimate musical about love, sex and connection in a senior living facility told through an indie rock score and interwoven stories of its elderly residents, the staff who takes care of them, and the lives they leave behind outside as they start a new chapter in this Encores!-style concert staging. …

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Be Our Guest with Dr. Jon C. Bruschke Phd (Theatre History and Mysteries - Podcast) 39:48

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Jon Bruschke is a former college debate coach turned musical theatre obsessive. What makes his perspective unique is how he approaches a show, like a debate topic.Every week for over a decade, Jon had to prep 150–200 page files analyzing complex political, legal, and economic issues from every angle, then coach students to defend or refute them in …

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Wanna See A Concert with Joe Pettitt (On Broadway with LPSO) 11:55

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What do you get when you cross the LP Swing Orchestra with Gary Williams, Julia Sullivan and Joe Stilgoe? An absolutely jam-packed, and unmissable afternoon of swinging Broadway classics, that's what! Join us at the very lovely Cadogan Hall on Sunday 7th September 3pm and spend a glorious afternoon in the company of Joe Stilgoe, Gary Williams and J…

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Unsolved LPSO: Barbara Blount Part 4 | Behind the Scenes with Sheriff Jason Ard #14 25:15

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In this 4th episode of the Barbara Blount series, Sheriff Jason Ard is joined by Deputy Derrick Bozeman, Derrick, who prior to bringing employed by LPSO at just 18 years old, was the person who found Mrs Barbara Blount’s vehicle, which was semi-hidden in a tree line just off of a gravel entrance to a hunting club. If you have any information on the…

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Wanna See A Musical? with Kerrin-Lee Whyte, Cedrick Mulcair & Kirk Elsmore (Little Women the Broadway Musical) 17:58

1M ago17:58

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Little Women follows the adventures of sisters, Jo, Meg, Beth and Amy March. Jo is trying to sell her stories for publication, but the publishers are not interested - her friend, Professor Bhaer, tells her that she has to do better and write more from herself. Begrudgingly taking this advice, Jo weaves the story of herself and her sisters and their…

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Be Our Guest with Marisha Wallace (Album - Marisha Wallace 'Live In London' 19:30

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Double Olivier-Nominated actress, Marisha Wallace hails from North Carolina, USA where her love of singing began in her local church with her family. She made her Broadway debut in Aladdin directed by Casey Nicholaw and, following that, went into the Original Broadway Cast of Something Rotten. A last-minute request to go to London to take over the …

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Unsolved LPSO: Barbara Blount Part 3 | Behind the Scenes with Sheriff Jason Ard #13 41:18

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Retired LPSO Detective Chuck Watts and Capt. Kevin Harold join Sheriff Livingston Parish Sheriff Jason Ard to discuss the initial investigation into the disappearance of Barbara Blount, who went missing in Livingston Parish 17 years ago. In this episode, you will hear from the detectives who were on the ground, uncovering the challenges they faced …

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Discover a New Musical - Amanda Fischler (Twelve Maids) 19:36

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Twelve Maids takes you behind-the-scenes of life in Ithaca during Odysseus’s journey in The Odyssey, from the never-before-heard point of view of a palace maid. Often silenced or glossed over, Penelope’s maids are given a voice for the very first time in this dynamic new musical. Our stellar cast will transport you to Bronze Age Greece, where love,…

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The Role of SROs In LP Schools | Behind the Scenes with Sheriff Jason Ard #12 54:15

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In this episode of “Behind the Scenes with Sheriff Jason Ard”, the discussion revolves around the vital role of School Resource Officers (SROs) in ensuring the safety and well-being of students in Livingston Parish. Sheriff Ard is joined by SROs Paul Golman and Aaron Bond, who share their experiences and insights on the evolution of school safety, …

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Wanna See A Musical? with Michael Shaw Fisher & Garrett Clayton (Exorcistic the Rock Musical) 17:52

2M ago17:52

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Exorcistic is a self-aware parody that creates a chaotic, over-the-top rock musical. This original work promises to deliver a thrilling combination of horror and hilarity, accompanied by some of the most powerhouse rock tunes. In true Rock and Roll fashion, Exorcistic features a rotating cast of Celebrity Guests each week, creating an incentive for…

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Unsolved LPSO: Barbara Blount Part 2 | Behind the Scenes with Sheriff Jason Ard #11 29:46

2M ago29:46

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Former LPSO Detective Stan Carpenter joins Sheriff Ard and Woody Overton to discuss his experience investigating the disappearance of Barbara Blount, who went missing in Livingston Parish 17 years ago. If you have any information on the disappearence or whereabouts of Mrs. Barbara Blount you can contact Livingston Parish Sheriff’s Office: (225) 686…

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Discover A New Musical with Sam Norman, Eliza Randall and Alie B. Gorrie (Echolocation) 32:25

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Echolocation is a road trip musical in the dark. A teenage love story without a map. Echolocation is a musical performed in pitch blackness. Ethan and Sadie are best friends, but they have little else in common. He’s serious, she’s goofy. He works after-school jobs, she has a rooftop hot tub. He’s sighted, and she’s completely blind. One thing they…

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Discover A New Musical with Kenady Sean & Kaylee Killingsworth (Beyond Perfection) 26:44

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Beyond Perfection is Be More Chill meets Urinetown, it is an original story so timely, we’ve been warned to stop writing before more of it becomes true. Ryan and his wife Kate are the flawless faces of Perfection LLC’s government-run marriage program: an algorithmically crafted romance, broadcast for all to see. Their love is scripted, their happin…

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Unsolved LPSO: Barbara Blount | Behind the Scenes with Sheriff Jason Ard #10 33:08

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Former Homicide Detective and Award Winning True Crime Podcaster Woody Overton joins Sheriff Ard to discuss the disappearance of Barbara Blount, a case that has haunted the community for 17 years. They discuss the challenges faced by law enforcement amid flooding that decimated the crime scene, the initial involvement of the community and volunteer…

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Discover A New Musical with Jessica Francis Fichter and Hailee Beltzhoover Zuniga (Dandelion an Original Musical) 20:42

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Jessica Francis Fichter Book and Lyrics Jessica Francis Fichter is a South Carolina-based director, playwright, and teaching artist, currently serving as the Executive Director of Trustus Theatre in Columbia, SC. She has directed and taught in various locations, including NYC, where she earned an MFA in Directing from the Actors Studio Drama School…

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Be Our Guest with Brian Usifer (Joy Machine Records) 54:43

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BRIAN USIFER Broadway credits include The Heart of Rock and Roll (Music Supervision, Arrangements, Orchestrations) A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical (Arrangements, Orchestrations), Disney’s Frozen (Music Director, Additional Arrangements), Kinky Boots (Music Director, Additional Arrangements, Associate Music Supervisor - Tour, London and …

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Discover A New musical - Richard Uhrlaub (For The Records) 17:47

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Emotions run high in the world of closed adoptions and sealed records, but the potential human stakes are even higher. It's the fall of 1967, and an unexpected pregnancy thrusts teen lovers into the stark arena of adult realities. An infertile married couple longs to become parents via a system rooted in secrecy and shame. A beloved baby, named Jos…

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Discover a New Musical with Ethan Persyko (Gallano.H the Musical) - Be Our Guest 15:56

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GALLANO.H tells the story of Ethan — a character shaped by loss — and the chorus of voices that surround him: Soul, Past, Present, and Future. Through live guitar, movement, and raw ballads, the performance dances between memory and momentum, stillness and song. This original musical was born from the real-life experience of TYK’s Artistic Director…

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Discover a New Musical with Nico Juber, Joe Barros, Jade McLeod, Diana Huey and Gabriella Boera (Winner) 35:04

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WINNER, is an original musical about coming out and coming-of-age set against the backdrop of a rigged school election in Southern California in 1999. The show’s electrifying rock-pop score was created by Joe Barros (Artistic Director of New York Theater Barn) and Nico Juber (one of 2023's Women to Watch on Broadway) with a concept album launching …

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Discover A New Musical - Erica Molfetto (Blanchard's Turn: A Killer Gypsy Musical) 19:31

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What if Gypsy Rose Lee (from Gypsy the Musical) met Gypsy-Rose Blanchard (current true crime darling)? For millennia, musical theater writers never dared to ask: If your mother sucks, can you kill her? Well… that changes now 💅 Blanchard's Turn: A Killer Gypsy Musical dives headfirst into the life of true crime darling turned social media influencer…

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Unmasking Financial Crimes: Behind the Scenes With Sheriff Jason Ard #9 35:35

2M ago35:35

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In this episode of 'Behind the Scenes with Sheriff Jason Ard', Detectives Clyde Lawrence and Travis Pittman join the Sheriff as they delve into various types of scams, including phone scams, romance scams, and identity theft, while providing valuable tips on prevention and community awareness. Timestamps 02:33 Understanding Phone Scams and Their Ta…

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Wanna See A Musical - Roxana Silbert (Anne Boleyn the musical) 24:07

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When Anne Boleyn returned from the courts of Flanders to her childhood home at Hever Castle, what augury could have foretold the atomic impact that the young woman would have on the very fabric of England? Before long, the beautiful Boleyn girl had won over Henry VIII, who was willing to commit national apostasy to make her his queen. Henry risked …

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Wanna See A Musical? - Christopher D Clegg (The Diana Mixtape) 23:15

3M ago23:15

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You are cordially invited to join our Di, the People’s Princess, for the gig of a lifetime…quite literally! Telling the story of a humble commoner (who just happened to be a Lady) in a concert/musical/event like nothing you have experienced before, THE DIANA MIXTAPE is here to set the record straight with an all star cast, iconic fashion throwbacks…

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Be Our Guest with Harrison Bryan (Balls the Monster Catchin' Musical Comedy) 25:48

3M ago25:48

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BALLS: THE MONSTER-CATCHIN’ MUSICAL COMÉDY A wild musical appears! “BALLS” is an action-packed immersive experience about the MONSTERS we collect and the FIGHTS we choose to fight. Be the very first to start a “NEW GAME” in this one-of-a-kind extravaganza, overflowing with 8-bit bops, improvised battles, and 151 original Collectabuddies. MONSTERS W…

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Fighting Fentanyl Behind the Scenes Podcast with Sheriff Jason Ard #8 21:05

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In this episode of “Behind the Scenes with Sheriff Jason Ard”, Sheriff Ard discusses the ongoing battle against illegal narcotics in Livingston Parish with Lieutenant Steve Erdey and Sergeant Cody Jarreau by delving into a significant case involving drug dealer Devonte Skinner, who was recently sentenced for selling fentanyl and marijuana. Chapters…

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Be Our Guest with Adam Martino (The Iron Mask) 12:49

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'In the smoke-choked backrooms of 1920s Toronto, where jazz and bootleg liquor flow like an untamed river, 'The Man in the Iron Mask is reborn as a Prohibition-era musical. Twins—one, a ruthless crime lord draped in silk and sin; the other, a prisoner lost in the underbelly of King St —are bound by fate and a secret buried in blood. As speakeasy ba…

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Be Our Guest with Tim Throckmorton and Ed Rosenblatt (Earth Planet Universe The John Muir legacy Musical and Eco Festival) 24:24

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Earth Planet Universe: The John Muir Legacy Musical is a musical production exploring the path forged by John Muir, often considered the father of our National Parks. Join him on a 'hike' in the air-conditioned comfort of the Art Barn to explore National Park sites and learn about his life and the Native Americans who lived in each location for mil…

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Be Our Guest Caitlin Murphy (Terrible Fish) 10:32

3M ago10:32

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Are you feeling irrelevant? Invisible? Ignored? You might just be a middle-aged woman! Come find out! Terrible Fish is a one-woman cabaret about the gut punch of mid-life. It's cheeky, witty, musical, and more than a little unhinged! A wild ride through the joys, tears and rages of aging while female, spat out by an award-winning writer and perform…

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Be Our Guest with Adam Proulx and Byron Laviolette (Emilio's A Million Chameleons) 10:54

3M ago10:54

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Emilio runs a dazzling chameleon circus like his father did—but what happens when it all falls apart? A puppet-filled musical comedy about letting your inner sparkle shine. From the bozo who brought you THE FAMILY CROW. Internationally celebrated puppeteer, Adam Francis Proulx returns to his Dora-nominated performance after a month-long Off-Broadwa…

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Be Our Guest with Olivia Daniels, Amanda Freedman and Jack Grunsky (Playground) 15:41

3M ago15:41

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Based on the songs of four-time Juno Award-winning children’s singer-songwriter Jack Grunsky, “Playground” follows Eliot, a kid with a vivid imagination and appetite for adventure. Searching for acceptance at his new school, Eliot invents a game on the school playground, leading his new friends through a world of make-believe. Suitable for children…

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Be Our Guest Nina Maria (Reborn) 12:02

3M ago12:02

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An almost solo musical that confronts the rising threat of artificial intelligence and the commodification of identity. When a struggling actress lands the lead role in a cult film, she unknowingly signs the rights away to her image. As her AI-generated double rises to fame in her place, she’s forced to confront the brutal reality of what it means …

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Be Our Guest with Kevin Cloud and LIsa Kenner Grisson (Vilna A Resistance Story) 26:27

3M ago26:27

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VILNA: A RESISTANCE STORY is an exciting new musical about Vitka Kempner, a 19-year-old Jewish girl who inspired the heroic Jewish resistance movement in the Vilna ghetto during the Holocaust. After the Nazis invade Poland, a fierce and fearless Vitka escapes to the free, bohemian city of Vilna, Lithuania where she meets a group of young artists—le…

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Be Our Guest with Matt Chiorini (Edgar in the Red Room) 10:41

3M ago10:41

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The death of E. A. Poe remains one of literature's greatest unsolved mysteries. Music, movement, projections, and shadow play combine to follow Poe through the catacombs of his final nightmare, encountering his most infamous creations along the way. Winner, "Best English Production" Montreal Fringe and finalist for "Best Adaptation" at Poe Fest Int…

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Be Our Guest with Ally Chozik & Annika Tupper (All That She Wrote) 17:42

3M ago17:42

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Makeshift Company to present Adams Prize 1st Runner-Up, a bold new musical by Annika Tupper. "All That She Wrote" debuts at the Toronto Fringe this Summer after a year of development by Makeshift's The Spark Project. This brand new musical drops us into a world obsessed with True Crime, confronting the meaning of justice, Queer friendship, Twitch l…

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The Fight Against Fentanyl: LPSO Narcotics Division | Behind the Scenes Podcast with Sheriff Jason Ard #7 22:22

3M ago22:22

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In this episode of “Behind the Scenes with Sheriff Jason Ard”, the discussion revolves around the pressing issue of illegal narcotics in Livingston Parish. Sheriff Ard is joined by Lieutenant Steven Erdy and Sergeant Cody Jarreau, who share insight into the challenges they face in combating drug trafficking, particularly focusing on fentanyl. Chapt…

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Be Our Guest with Andrew Seok (Almost Ever After) 12:56

3M ago12:56

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Almost Ever After Imagine 'Love Actually' as a musical, with original songs inspired by The Beatles, Bruno Mars, Adele, and more. From Andrew Seok, writer of 'Rosamund' and 'The Man With The Golden Heart', comes a hilarious and heartfelt musical journey through five interconnected love stories exploring first sparks, second chances, unexpected enco…

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Be Our Guest with Avra Fainer, Holland Ziemann and Michael Ippolito (Don't Fall In 13:14

3M ago13:14

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Don't Fall In Kara is floundering in Story Brewing 401, where final projects are brewed—literally—in cauldrons. Out of ideas, they cobble together a clichéd fairy tale starring a pompous prince, a self-saving princess, and a villain modelled after their crush, Eva. Then a suspicious vial of ink falls in. And so does Kara. Trapped inside their own h…

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Be Our Guest with JJ Tartaglia (Thunderor) 12:20

3M ago12:20

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Thunderor An epic full-scale Rock Opera musical hearkening back to the glory days of arena rock. Written by 2x JUNO nominated artist JJ Tartaglia and performed in grand fashion featuring the actual live band, THUNDEROR tells the story of a has-been musician who gives one more shot at glory. Wild and restless, tempting fate with romance and danger, …

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Be Our Guest with Ron and Andy Horvitz (Can't You See That I'm In Love?!) 28:28

3M ago28:28

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When Walter Harry Horvitz told his sons from his death bed, “Look up, smile and be strong,” little did he know his last words would become the inspiration for a scintillating musical drama – the story of his life. Brothers, Ron and Andy Horvitz, principals of the 1•1•1 Group, have co-written the musical, Can’t You See That I’m In Love?! – – a real …

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Be Our Guest with Allison Wither and Laura Piccinin (Apothecary) 13:58

3M ago13:58

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Apothecary In a world built for men, women create community. Within the magical walls of a living sanctuary, situated in neither time nor place, Lady and Tilly work tirelessly and secretly to support all women in need as they appear at their door. Imperfect themselves, our protagonists discover what it means to do good in a world of complicated nua…

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Be Our Guest with Margot Greve (Iris (says goodbye)) 9:46

3M ago9:46

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In a giant endless airport where souls await their final departure, Iris has been granted the rare opportunity to return to earth and live another life. Before she can return, she must choose which life she would like to live next. Live each night, audience members will determine Iris's journey by selecting 8 acts of 20 to be performed in the order…